HALIBUT
Homer, Alaska is known as the Halibut Capital of the World for a reason!
Each April, halibut return to nearshore areas from their spawning grounds deep in the Pacific. They migrate in, like much of Alaskan wildlife, for the vast feeding opportunities that our waters have to offer during the summer.
Joining one of our adventures is such a fun way to learn about our waters, our wildlife, all while putting yummy fillets in your freezer!
May 1 - Sept 30 [Excluded Tuesdays (June 20-Aug 15) & all Wednesdays]
$400 a seat | $2,400 Private
2024 REGULATIONS
2 per day, one any size and one 28” and under.
No Halibut fishing on Wednesdays
No annual limit
WHERE & HOW WE FISH FOR HALIBUT
Kachemak Bay, Cook Inlet, Gulf of Alaska. Your guide will determine all the factors to get you to the best fishing grounds considering weather, tides, and other factors. Fishing grounds are anywhere from 20 miles to 50 miles from the Homer Harbor.
We use an assortment of tackle including baited circle hooks, jigs with grub tails, and more.
GET TO KNOW YOUR CATCH
Halibut and other flatfish are flattened laterally, and swim sideways, with one side facing down and the other facing up.
The upper side is dark with mottling and numerous spots to blend in with a sandy or muddy bottom.
The underside is typically white to match the lighter surface if seen from underneath by predators.
Virtually all halibut are right-eyed, meaning both eyes are found on the upper, dark side of the body. Left-eyed halibut are rare.
Life span can be up to 55 years.
Size range can be from a few inches to the size of an adult person and can weigh as much as one as well.
